2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
